Everything about used coffee grounds for compost and fertilizer
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Tabouli Homemade Recipe
Man Slop Tabouli This is one of those dishes that seem to have a million different ways of being made, with Parsley the only thing that seems to be mentioned in all of them. No surprise then that my ‘man slop’ version of Tabbouleh is heavy on the parsley also at this time of year,…
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Bee on Lavender
Ever hear the term ‘bee magnet’? That’s what a Lavender in flower is – a magnet. The colour attracts them, the nectar keeps them (but not for as long as my camera does!). +Shane Genziuk
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Comet Coffee Goes Ground to Ground!
Comet Coffee operate up at Mackay in Queensland, and are making very good use of their spent coffee grounds – They really want to give back to their community. Jane Turner is the owner of Comet Coffee, and approached me some time ago to get involved in this as one of their many environmental activities. Thank you…
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12 Ways to Use Coffee Grounds Around The House
Hi all – Do you know there were more ways to use coffee grounds than just in the garden? It was news to me, and I hope you find it the same. From our guest blogger Michelle. Enjoy – Shane. The Many Uses of Coffee Grounds If you like to drink coffee, you have probably wondered…
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Organic Gardening with Fish Fertilizers: A Complete Overview
Fish fertilizers have come a long way in helping gardens thrive. They can be made from waste fish or store-bought, and are a great organic option. However, be mindful of the type of fish used and potential toxins. While they offer numerous benefits, the smell and sustainability issues are drawbacks to consider.
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Ground to Ground – Cool Kids Day 2011
Great news to report, with Ground to Ground taking part in the recent Closed Loop Cool Kids Day 2011. This was an opportunity to spend time with the general community discussing some of the things that I’m doing with coffee grounds, worm farms, and worm team. We arrived to see a huge sign with the…
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Coffee Shop Posters
A Used Coffee Grounds approach to the fine art of Cafe Posters I find it weird sometimes to be on the computer so often, when all I really want to do is be outside amongst the dirt and bugs. What the computer allows for is creativity in a limitless digital space, in some ways more…
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Benefits of Coffee Grounds For Your Garden
Hi all – This guest post is brought to us by Amy, and the topic is all about coffee grounds for the garden. Enjoy – Shane. An Opportunity Awaits! Millions of pots of coffee and tea are brewed everyday. And where do the tons of coffee grounds and tea bags go? They go into the…
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Plum Trees – Spring Flowers
Plum Trees in Springtime I had to get something out about the sight that greeted me last weekend; a glorious day so close to Spring with Plum trees bursting into flower. Bees could be heard from 5 meters, so hungry were they to welcome the new season. These trees have been sitting in a coffee compost over…
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Broccoli Flowers for Bees
A great surprise late Winter’s day, for a bee had come my way He settled on a dark green leaf, then turned his head towards the treat These crisp and dainty yellow flowers A flower tower Broccoli power! A happy bee and me And on a different day, more came my way… And still for…
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Coffee Grounds Repellent: Does It Actually Work on Rodents?
In your quest for eco-friendly pest control, consider natural alternatives to harsh chemicals. Coffee grounds can help mask odors from deceased rodents, while peppermint oil and cat urine may deter them. Organic rodent deterrents may cost more, but they protect against disease and harm to both humans and animals. Embrace a holistic approach to pest…
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Recycle The Waste
Returning Waste Back Into the Ground For those of you that regularly follow this blog (and why not!), you would know how much more productive my garden has become these past 12 months or so. One of the reasons for this is because the soil is in excellent condition, and to get that condition requires large quantities…